Oil Will Trend Lower Until Bottoming in First Quarter of 2020, Commonwealth's Dhar Says

Oil Will Trend Lower Until Bottoming in First Quarter of 2020, Commonwealth's Dhar Says

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The video discusses the expected trends in oil prices, forecasting a bottom for Brent at $57 per barrel in the first quarter of next year before a recovery. Key factors affecting this include rising non-OPEC supply, demand concerns, and potential recovery of Iran's oil exports. The video also explores OPEC's strategic decisions, considering factors like US-Iran relations and the US-China trade war. It concludes with market projections indicating a potential oversupply in the first half of next year, suggesting that OPEC may need to act in December.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected bottom price for Brent crude in the first quarter of next year?

$45 a barrel

$57 a barrel

$65 a barrel

$70 a barrel

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country's potential oil export recovery is a significant factor for OPEC's considerations?

Russia

Saudi Arabia

Iran

Venezuela

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the major factors OPEC is waiting on before making a decision for 2020?

Australia's coal exports

India's oil demand

European Union's economic policies

US-China trade talks

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern for the oil market in the first half of next year?

Rising oil prices

Oversupply in the market

Decreasing demand for oil

Increased competition from renewable energy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When is OPEC expected to make a decision regarding oil output cuts?

In December

In November

In October

In January